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Kill Karl, pictured on the sleeve for his 2025 album “Suck on My Album”. This artful combination of language and visual is precisely what curious newcomers can expect to find in his TikTok videos and entire creative output, which taken as a whole can be read as an act of extreme provocation -
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Sam Quealy DJing at Silencio, one night after news broke of Kavinsky's death. All photos by Alaska Ragenard (@alaska___r)
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Image by Eva Bevec VICE Magazine Presents: The Self-Destruction Issue, Pre-Order Now
It’s summer 2026 and the magazine is back, shining a light on feats of ingenious human calamity.
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At the turn of the century, bubblegum pop took over the airwaves. Contrasting this were these three overly depressing Y2K songs.
3 Y2K Songs That Had No Business Being That Depressing
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Hayley Williams’ new project Power Snatch is earning praise from fans, but they still have to speculate if it’s the end of Paramore.
Someone Check on Paramore Fans: Hayley Williams Just Released an EP With New Side Project
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Drake’s streaming date with OnlyFans creator Pinkchyu is not his introduction to goth girl baddies, and he can prove it.
Drake Has Apparently Been Down Bad for Goth Girls Since His ‘Degrassi’ Days—and He’s Got the Receipts
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Marilyn Manson has faced numerous sexual assault allegation lawsuits, but one filed by a former employee is going to trial in 2027.
Marilyn Manson Headed to Jury Trial Over Sexual Assault Allegation Case That Was Previously Thrown Out Twice
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Have you ever heard a live version of one of your favorite 90s alt-rock songs that was so good, the original won’t hit the same?
3 Alt-Rock Songs of the 90s That Won’t Hit the Same After You Hear the Live Version
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Dungeons and Dragons teases the return of a major franchise character and upcoming collaborations with some legendary D&D writers.
Dungeons and Dragons Icons Confirms Future Plans for Drizzt and More
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Retro gaming fans can now check out a classic Tecmo fighting game from the original PlayStation era on their modern consoles.
1997 PlayStation Fighting Game Is Finally Coming to Modern Consoles
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The Queen’s Gambit is about being queen of the warehouse rave, right?
From Chess Prodigy to Raver? You’d Never Guess That This Actress Loves ‘Deep, Dark Techno’
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Queen guitarist Brian May had an AI program render a version of one of the band’s album covers, and the result was not ideal.
Brian May Criticizes ‘Poor’ AI Rendering of Legendary Queen Album: ‘This Is the Kind of Intelligence That Will Soon Be Ruling the World?’
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Kathleen Hanna and Ad-Rock haven’t released a song together until now, despite being iconic figures of riot grrrl and hip-hop.
These Married 90s Icons Covered an Unexpected Pop Song for a Benefit Compilation Album, and It’s a Must-Listen
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“Glad U Came“ by Liilz Feat. ZieZie has been called “the ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ of UK poo”
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All pictures by Chloé Kerleroux Photos of Children Competing to Dance the Most Irish
Photographer Chloé Kerleroux is obsessed with little Irish faces.
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The FAA Is Recruiting Gamers to Help Fix Its Air Traffic Controller Shortage
The FAA says gaming skills can translate to the job, but new hires still face years of training before certification.
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Your Tattoo Ink Might Not Be as Sterile as You Think, According to the FDA
Researchers found bacteria in unopened tattoo and permanent makeup inks, including some labeled sterile.
MOTHERBOARD Tech
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Universal History Archive/Contributor/Getty Images Researchers Are Using AI to Help Find Art Looted by the Nazis. Here’s How It Works.
The tool can search scattered archives for clues, but experts still have to verify any possible restitution claims.
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Photo: Lazy_Bear / Getty Images The Strange Case of Elias Thorne, the Imaginary Man AI Chatbots Are Obsessed With
Elias Thorne is a weird quirk of the system, but also a symbol of just how hollow and deeply unoriginal chatbots can be.
NOISEY Music
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Photo by: Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images Matthew McConaughey Just Bluegrassed the Hell Out of an Ella Langley Hit
On August 12, Matthew McConaughey, Jimmy Fallon, and The Last Bison performed a bluegrass cover of Ella Langley’s No. 1 hit.
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Photo by Fin Costello/Redferns Legendary Hard Rock Band Reunites With Founding Guitarist After Decades-Long Feud
Deep Purple and founding guitarist Ritchie Blackmore have been on the outs for many years, but it seems the hatchet is now buried.
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Photo by Jim Bennett/Getty Images No Matter How Many Times We Listen, We Still Can’t Explain These 3 Alternative Songs From the 2000s
Of all the songs in the 2000s alternative music scene, I’m not ashamed to admit that Weezer’s ‘Dope Nose’ still makes the least sense to me.
WAYPOINT Gaming
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Screenshot: Epic Games Persona Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Trailer Reveals Joker Skin
A Persona Fortnite trailer reveals a Joker skin coming to Chapter 7 Season 4 when Fortnite Override launches on August 20.
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Screenshot: Unknown Worlds How To Opt Into Subnautica 2’s Experimental Build For Early Updates
Subnautica 2 fans can now get an early look at upcoming features and improvements by opting into the Subnautica 2 Experimental experience.
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Screenshot: The Pokémon Company Pokémon Bank Shutdown Date Confirmed – Classic Pokémon Transfers Are Ending
Pokémon Bank is shutting down in 2027, ending Pokémon HOME transfers for many classic games. Here’s the shutdown date and affected titles.
Horoscopes
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Illustration by Reesa. Daily Horoscope: August 13, 2026
The morning after a big eclipse always feels anticlimactic. The alarm still goes off. You’re left holding whatever it handed you.
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Illustration by Reesa. Daily Horoscope: August 12, 2026
The day has a charge to it that’s hard to explain. If you’re feeling it, you’re not imagining things. It’s eclipse day.
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Illustration by Reesa. Daily Horoscope: August 11, 2026
Something changed while you were sleeping — you can feel it before the day gives you any evidence. Stay open to what’s moving.
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Getty Images What Is THCP? The Truth Behind the “33x Stronger Than THC” Claim
The “33x stronger” claim comes from real research, but it doesn’t mean THCP gets you 33 times higher. Here’s what we actually know so far.
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The Google Pixel Watch 5, apparently sweating as it awaits its launch – Credit: Google Google’s Just-Launched Pixel Watch 5 Is Now Open for Preorders
The Google Pixel Watch 5 has landed. Well, sort of. It ships in a week, but you can preorder it now.
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The Insta360 X6 is tiny. – Credit: Insta360 The Insta360 X6 Action Cam Is Out. Bask in Its 8K, 360-Degree Glory.
Insta360 has a new contender for best 360-degree 8K action cam on the market.
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How Johnny Carson Used ‘The Tonight Show’ to Expose a Self-Proclaimed Psychic
Carson consulted James Randi and used show-provided props, leaving Geller unable to perform his usual feats.
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A motorcycle accident reportedly left Idol unable to handle the physical demands of the role, which went to Robert Patrick.
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32 Years Ago, ‘The Lion King’ Made Disney History With This Wild Joke
Ernie Sabella said his recording-booth fart noises helped turn Pumbaa into Disney’s first flatulent character.
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Screenshot: Xbox Gears of War: E-Day Details Major Tweaks and Improvements Ahead of Beta Weekend 2
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Screenshot: Epic Games Fortnite Sprite Spree Week Schedule: All Sprite Hours Start Times
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Oxytocin May Help the Brain Let Go of Fear, New Study Suggests
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Screenshot: Pokemon GO All Pokemon GO Players Can Now Earn a Perfect Stats Mewtwo Encounter
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Photo by Gie Knaeps/Getty Images 4 Math Rock Albums to Impress Your Nerdiest Friends
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The Dating Habit That Can Make You Seem Less Attractive, According to Experts
Research suggests scarcity can make people seem more desirable, but pretending to be busy can also block real connection.